Some advantages of thickeners are as follows
- Minimizing the area needed for the washing machine by eliminating the need for large settling basins.
- Recycling up to 90% of the water consumed in the washing machine in order to be recirculated. This technique significantly reduces the need for fresh water.
- Providing clean and safe work environment due to wastewater reduction.
- Cost of setting up a thickener is much lower than maintenance costs of large basins.
- Environmental-Friendly